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Students are required to take Mathematics in each Semester of Years 9 & 10.
At each year level, students have multiple differentiated levels of Maths that they may choose from
The flowchart below illustrates the different choices students have across all year levels
The descriptors below describe the content taught in each subject
9 Mathematics
9 Mathematics
In year 9 Mathematics, students develop confidence in mathematics through the development and application of increasingly sophisticated and refined mathematical understanding and fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills. They build on the knowledge developed in years 7 and 8 in each of the 6 strands: number, algebra, measurement, space, statistics and probability.
Areas of study
How can linear equations be solved and sketched?
How can spacial problems be solved using measurement, Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometry?
What is the relationship between transformed shapes and objects?
How are appropriate forms of display or visualisation for a given type of data chosen and interpreted?
How are chance experiments designed and analysed?
How can different problems be solved with technology?
Learning program & assessment:
Students will take part in activities such as fluency practice, mathematical modelling and problem-solving tasks.
Students will demonstrate understanding through a combination of application tasks and tests.
10 Mathematics
10 Mathematics
In year 10 Mathematics, students build on the content taught in year 9 Mathematics through the development and application of increasingly sophisticated and refined mathematical understanding and fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills. This course is designed to prepare students to complete Year 11 and 12 General Mathematics.
Areas of study
How can challenging linear equations be solved and sketched?
How can we solve practical problems involving the surface area and volume of composite shapes?
How can practical problems be solved using Pythagoras' Theorem and trigonometry?
How can data be compared using a variety of statistical techniques?
How are two- and three- step chance experiments designed and analysed?
How can different problems be solved with technology?
Learning program & assessment:
Students will take part in activities such as fluency practice, mathematical modelling and problem-solving tasks.
Students will demonstrate understanding through a combination of application tasks and tests.
10 Mathematics Extension
10 Mathematics Extension
In year 10 Mathematics Extension, students build on the content taught in year 9 Mathematics in a fast-paced and rigorous course designed to prepare them for Year 11 and 12 Mathematical Methods. Students will develop mastery in mathematics through the development and application of increasingly sophisticated and refined mathematical understanding and fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills. Students are recommended to choose this course if they are planning to complete VCE Chemistry and/or VCE Physics.
Areas of study
How are mathematical operations performed on expressions involving fractional exponents and surds?
How can challenging linear, non-linear and simultaneous equations be solved and sketched?
How can we solve practical problems involving the surface area and volume of pyramids, cones, spheres and related solids?
How can practical problems and mathematics proofs be formulated and solved using Pythagoras' Theorem and trigonometry?
How can data be compared using a variety of statistical techniques?
How are two- and three- step chance experiments designed and analysed?
How can different problems be solved with and without technology?
Learning program & assessment:
Students will participate in a fast-paced and mathematically challenging learning program with high homework expectations
Students will take part in activities such as fluency practice, mathematical modelling and problem-solving tasks.
Students will demonstrate understanding through a combination of application tasks and tests.
9/10 Numeracy
9/10 Numeracy
In year 9/10 Numeracy, students develop the ability to recognise and understand the role of mathematics in the world, as well as the capacity to use mathematical knowledge and skills purposefully. Number, measurement and geometry, statistics and probability are explored in the context of most people's mathematical experience in everyday personal, study and work situations. It is designed to build students Numeracy skills and is most suited for students who struggle with mainstream maths.
Areas of study
What strategies can be used to perform operations with real numbers?
How are percentages, currency, units and fractions used in the world?
What applications does measurement have in the world?
How can data be interpreted and represented?
Learning program & assessment:
Students will take part in activities such as fluency practice, mathematical modelling and problem-solving tasks.
Students will demonstrate understanding through a combination of application tasks and tests.
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